Aqualux Carpet Cleaning Blog - Tips on Home Improvement

Have bugs in your carpet? In the event that you do, Sevin Dust is a product that you have probably heard of. Sevin Dust containing (carbaryl) is a pest control product that has been used by gardeners for years to control insects in gardens. Carbaryl is a common chemical known …

So, you want to clean your own carpet and don’t know where to begin…heard that one before! As a carpet cleaner, we get questions from customers wanting advice on how to clean their own carpet. We also get the calls from “Do It Yourself” carpet cleaners to come and fix …

Ringworm problem, there’s no fear…Aqualux Carpet cleaning is here! Yes, I know, what does a carpet cleaning company have to do with ringworm? Well, believe it or not, more than you would think! First, what is ringworm? Is it contagious? How do I get rid of ringworm in my home? …

I know what your thinking, Parvo on my carpet…really? No way, this is an outside canine disease, or is it? Well, settle down and lend an ear, we have information for you! As a professional residential and commercial carpet cleaning company, we deal with this type of canine frustration from …

Okay, company is coming over and your house smells like DOG URINE…what to do…what to do? Rip up the carpet real quick? Spray bottle after bottle of Febreeze? Oh yeah, let’s pour carpet fresh everywhere and see what happens! The answer is NO! Please stop now before you break the …

Since the Carpet Cleaning form’s conception, carpet cleaning has been known as “Must Have” cleaning ritual for homeowners. The major differences in the carpet cleaning industry are the “Methods” upon which carpet is cleaned. As there are many options to choose from, which is the right method for you? …

A few squirts of a homemade citrus solution can be used as part of your arsenal to keep cats and dogs away from areas where you don’t want them. Our cats and dogs – the most common pets we own – have a sense of smell that is far more …

Water spotting, what’s that? Does this type of staining really exist? The answer is yes! For those who don’t know, water spotting is caused from minerals in the water and soil in the upholstery/carpet being cleaned. Let’s talk about it.

So, why are carpet cleaning drying times so important? If your not sure, then you will find your answers here! For many years carpet cleaning companies have touted faster drying times when using their service. It’s better for your carpet…so they say! But why? Let’s talk about it!

Wool comes from the fleece of lambs or sheep. Wool is also one of the oldest fibers used by man. Even before 10,000 B.C. wool was being spun and woven by the tribes of Northern Europe. It is still one of the finest yarns available for both carpet and rugs. …

Having dogs that are not potty trained and carpet is going to be a nightmare. Now if you have 2 male dogs and carpet… that’s even worse. It’s common for pet owners to forget the natural instincts and behaviors that dogs are accustom to.

You just got your carpets professionally cleaned, and now you’re wondering how long will it take your carpets to fully dry? Why is it important to allow your carpets to dry completely before you walk on them? There are several key reasons for this!

No one likes walking into a house and the first impression they get is a big whiff of nasty, lingering pet odor. Air purifiers are extremely popular in American households and depending on the brand and quality, they can be very expensive. American’s spend an estimated $250 million annually on …